2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Subaru 360 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 114 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 979 kg more than 1959 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Subaru 360 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 1959 Subaru 360. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mondeo | 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1364 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
