1957 Abarth 600 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1077 kg more than 1957 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600. 2004 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 59 L |
