1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
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, 2012 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Mondeo | Strada |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2718 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |