1995 Fiat Coupe vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Coupe 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 28 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Coupe. (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 259 kg more than 1995 Fiat Coupe. 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, 1995 Fiat Coupe (295 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Coupe | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
