1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 680 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 750 | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 750 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |