1959 Fiat 600 vs. 1985 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1985 Ford Mustang is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Mustang weights approximately 430 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 1985 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 600 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |