1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 825 kg more than 1957 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 750 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 250 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 | 585 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 86 L |