1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 880 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 850 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 1959 Abarth 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 59 L |
