1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1985 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 945 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1985 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 750 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 74 L |
