1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 380 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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 (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | Mondial | 132 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 79.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |