1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1958 Seat 600
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 824 kg more than 1958 Seat 600. 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1958 Seat 600 | |
Make | Ferrari | Seat |
Model | Mondial | 600 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |