1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Because 1955 Daimler One-O-Four 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 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Daimler | Ford |
| Model | One-O-Four | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
