1985 Austin Maestro vs. 1985 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, both 1985 Austin Maestro and 1985 Ferrari Mondial were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1985 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 587 kg more than 1985 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Austin Maestro, 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, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Maestro | 1985 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | Maestro | Mondial |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 74 L |