1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (143 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 460 kg more than 1970 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
