1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (350 HP) has 330 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 900 kg more than 1959 Abarth 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (556 Nm) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |
