1958 Fiat 500 vs. 1966 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1966 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Mustang weights approximately 709 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. 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, 1966 Ford Mustang (85 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm). This means 1966 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500. 1966 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 500 | 1966 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 6385 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 102.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
