1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 188 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
