1975 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 500 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |