1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1979 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1979 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Mustang weights approximately 238 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1979 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 1900 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
