1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 55 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1400. 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 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 | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
