1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1942 Fiat 500
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 1001 kg more than 1942 Fiat 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1942 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Mondial | 500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1942 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 567 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
