1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 608 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 1100 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 1958 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1100 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |
