1985 Citroen C vs. 1987 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen C would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1985 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 625 kg more than 1985 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen C, 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen C | 1987 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 86 L |
