1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 545 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 1200 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 1960 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1200 | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1200 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 59 L |
