1969 Fiat 128 vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 128. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 395 kg more than 1969 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Ford Mondeo (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 128. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 128 | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |
