1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1400 | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1400 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
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 | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |