1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1961 Moretti 500

To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Moretti 500 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 249 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 830 kg more than 1961 Moretti 500. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Ferrari Mondial 1961 Moretti 500
Make Ferrari Moretti
Model Mondial 500
Year Released 1989 1961
Engine Size 3186 cc 479 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 267 HP 18 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 35 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 640 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 3210 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 1850 mm


 

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