1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1951 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 420 kg more than 1951 Fiat 1400. 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, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1951 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Mangusta | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
