1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1989 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1989 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Mustang weights approximately 662 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. 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, 1989 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Abarth 600 | 1989 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 600 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |