1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1986 Fiat Croma
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma 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 173 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 251 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma, 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (84 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1986 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Mondial | Croma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
