1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 37 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 754 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, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 202 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 | 715 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 59 L |
