1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 115 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 234 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (277 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Bel Air | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3860 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2760 mm |