1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1995 Fiat Vivace

To start off, 1995 Fiat Vivace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Mondial 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 203 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 726 kg more than 1995 Fiat Vivace. 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, 1995 Fiat Vivace, 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Vivace.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ferrari Mondial 1995 Fiat Vivace
Make Ferrari Fiat
Model Mondial Vivace
Year Released 1987 1995
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3186 cc 1372 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 267 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 323 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1536 kg 810 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2230 mm