1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1980 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1980 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 145 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
