1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 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 208 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 887 kg more than 1962 Abarth 600. 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 (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 600 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 86 L |
