1961 Fiat 1500 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 757 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1500. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1500 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1500 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 529 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 59 L |