1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (222 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 931 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 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 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
