1997 Innocenti Mille vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 700 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 2010 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 1997 Innocenti Mille has manual transmission. 1997 Innocenti Mille will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Innocenti Mille | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Ford |
| Model | Mille | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
