1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1955 Ford Popular
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Popular would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 735 kg more than 1955 Ford Popular. 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1955 Ford Popular | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | Popular |
Year Released | 1989 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2300 mm |