1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 104 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 70 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Spider | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 86 L |
