1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (163 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Mondial | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Mondial | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
