1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Mustang (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Because 1969 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Mustang | Strada |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2718 mm |
