1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 905 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat 500 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 1964 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 500 | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |