1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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 80 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 20 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius, 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, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | Mondial | Prius |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 214 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |