1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 755 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1300 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 100.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |