1966 Austin A 90 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 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 90 | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 90 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 86 L |