1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Because 1969 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 1969 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1969 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat Dino | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Dino | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |