2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Humber Pullman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Humber Pullman would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Humber Pullman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 658 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1953 Humber Pullman 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 1953 Humber Pullman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Mondeo | Pullman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
