1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 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 187 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 892 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | Mondial | 850 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 38 L |