1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (268 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 906 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 1300 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 86 L |