1975 Fiat 124 vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 124 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 1975 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 124 | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 179 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 | 910 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |
