1958 Abarth 600 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 46 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1131 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
