1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124.
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, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 124 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |