1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang. 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
