1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Mondial 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 14 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2011 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2011 Audi A3 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | Mondial | A3 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 214 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |