2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1963 Renault 4
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault 4 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 94 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 704 kg more than 1963 Renault 4. 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1963 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1364 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
