1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 398 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Giulia | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 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 | 1002 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 86 L |
