1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2006 Honda Civic

To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Mondial 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 127 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 186 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.

Because 1986 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Ferrari Mondial 2006 Honda Civic
Make Ferrari Honda
Model Mondial Civic
Year Released 1986 2006
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3185 cc 1803 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 267 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4300 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1586 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 50 L