1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 910 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 500 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 500. 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 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 500 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 59 L |
