1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1973 Honda Civic
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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic 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 178 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 760 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. 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 Civic, 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 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Mondial | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
