2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 1952 Porsche 356
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 610 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Porsche 356 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Porsche 356. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 1952 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mondeo | 356 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |
