1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1966 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Newport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 736 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1966 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Newport | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6385 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
