1954 Abarth Simca vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Abarth Simca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Abarth Simca would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP) has 223 more horse power than 1954 Abarth Simca. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1954 Abarth Simca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 652 kg more than 1954 Abarth Simca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
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1954 Abarth Simca | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | Simca | Mondial |
Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 267 HP |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |