1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta 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 212 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 736 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 34 L |
