1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 942 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Abarth 700 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 1961 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2004 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
