1968 Fiat Dino vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat Dino weights approximately 43 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat Dino 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 Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1968 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (183 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat Dino | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Dino | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1357 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 58 L |