1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 317 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 1400 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 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
