1952 Fiat 1400 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 257 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1400 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 3931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
