1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1971 Mazda 818
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 818. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 540 kg more than 1971 Mazda 818. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 818. (124 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1971 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Mondial | 818 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 810 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
