1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1973 Honda 1300
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 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 186 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 575 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. 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, 1973 Honda 1300, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1973 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Mondial | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 35 L |
