1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1955 Fiat V8
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1955 Fiat V8. (125 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 396 kg more than 1955 Fiat V8. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1955 Fiat V8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Mondial | V8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
