1969 Fiat 600 vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 652 kg more than 1969 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 600 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 1969 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
