1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial
To start off, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial (161 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 1900 | 500 Mondial |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 750 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
