1973 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina 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 249 more horse power than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 840 kg more than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ferrari |
| Model | Bianchina | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 86 L |
