2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1975 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Fulvia.
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 (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1975 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
