2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 314 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Mondeo | 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 40 L |
