1967 Fiat 600 vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 468 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 600 | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 600 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 447 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |