1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 Kia Visto
To start off, 2005 Kia Visto is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Mondial 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 215 more horse power than 2005 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 736 kg more than 2005 Kia Visto. 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, 2005 Kia Visto, 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Visto. 2005 Kia Visto has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Visto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | Mondial | Visto |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
