1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (268 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 956 kg more than 1977 Fiat 126. 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | Mondial | 126 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 20 L |