1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1995 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1995 Ford Mondeo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 685 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 750 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 1957 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Ford Mondeo (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1995 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 61 L |
