1952 Fiat 8V vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Mustang weights approximately 460 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V. 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 8V | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 8V | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
