1988 Lancia Hit vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Hit. (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Hit.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Hit | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Hit | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
