1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 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 99 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 132 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1754 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |