1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 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 (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 500 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | Mondial | 124 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
