2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1995 Innocenti Elba
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Innocenti Elba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Innocenti Elba would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Elba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 499 kg more than 1995 Innocenti Elba. 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Elba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1995 Innocenti Elba | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Mondeo | Elba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 20.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 20.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
