1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1963 Seat 1400
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 365 kg more than 1963 Seat 1400. 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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 1400. (88 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1963 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Ferrari | Seat |
Model | Mondial | 1400 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 88 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1065 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |