1958 Fiat 1200 vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 41 kg more than 1958 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1200 | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1200 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 61 L |
