1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 2000 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2000 Ford Mondeo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 298 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 1200 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 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Mondeo (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1200 | 2000 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1200 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |