1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (590 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 539 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Mustang weights approximately 215 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (728 Nm) has 663 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 728 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |
