1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos 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 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Willys-Overland | Ford |
| Model | Interlagos | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2860 mm |
