1973 Fiat 125 vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 518 kg more than 1973 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 125 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 1973 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 125 | 2004 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 125 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
