1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1985 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1985 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Mustang weights approximately 735 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1985 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |
