2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 514 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Porsche 1300 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 1953 Porsche 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mondeo | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1364 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |
