1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. 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 200 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 320 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1400. 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, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Mondial | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
