1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1963 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 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 164 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 280 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1500. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1963 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | Mondial | 1500 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |