1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1972 Fiat 130
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 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial.
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 (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130. 1972 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | Mondial | 130 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |