1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1980 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 545 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Mondial | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
