1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 580 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Alfasud | Mondial |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 73.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 86 L |