1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1962 Ford Popular
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Popular would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1962 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 670 kg more than 1962 Ford Popular. 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 | 1962 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Popular |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |
