1960 Fiat 600 vs. 1968 Ford Mustang

To start off, 1968 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 312 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600.

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, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Fiat 600 1968 Ford Mustang
Make Fiat Ford
Model 600 Mustang
Year Released 1960 1968
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 767 cc 7010 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 23 HP 335 HP
Torque 45 Nm 597 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 10.6:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2750 mm


 

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