2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1957 Holden FE
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 498 kg more than 1957 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Holden FE 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 1957 Holden FE. 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 (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1957 Holden FE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mondeo | FE |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
