1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 227 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Porsche 356 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 1959 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mondeo | 356 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
