1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 425 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130.
Because 1975 Fiat 130 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 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 130 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 130 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3235 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |