1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 47 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1902 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2862 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 |
