1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 901 kg more than 1958 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
