1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1985 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 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) has 218 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1985 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 500 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 238 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 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 | 445 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 74 L |