1972 Fiat 850 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 850 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2620 mm |
