1957 Fiat 600 vs. 1992 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1992 Ford Mustang is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Mustang (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Mustang weights approximately 525 kg more than 1957 Fiat 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, 1992 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 600 | 1992 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 600 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |