1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 630 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 850 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 61 L |