1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500.
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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1500 | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1500 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 105.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |