1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP) has 149 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 572 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1200 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 61 L |
