1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1995 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mustang (143 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 945 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 500 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 143 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |