1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
