1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 946 kg more than 1960 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 750 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 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 | 590 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 86 L |
