1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1998 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 475 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1998 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulietta | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
