1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1974 Fiat 500
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 500 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 249 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 954 kg more than 1974 Fiat 500. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1974 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | Mondial | 500 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 27 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 22 L |