1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 606 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Mondial | 124 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 38 L |
