1964 Fiat 850 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 962 kg more than 1964 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 850 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 850 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |