1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 Fiat 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1959 Fiat 1800 (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1800 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 61 L |
