1985 Citroen GSA vs. 1985 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, both 1985 Citroen GSA 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 182 more horse power than 1985 Citroen GSA. (56 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 580 kg more than 1985 Citroen GSA. 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 Citroen GSA, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen GSA | 1985 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | GSA | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1129 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 74 L |
