1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 730 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124. 1994 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 59 L |
