1959 Autobianchi Bianchina 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 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 960 kg more than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1998 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ferrari |
| Model | Bianchina | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
