1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 500 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 1970 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500. 2011 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2860 mm |
