1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 540 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
