1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 50 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500.
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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 500 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 105.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
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 Length | 3350 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |