1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 895 kg more than 1968 Abarth 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (434 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 61 L |
