1973 Fiat 850 vs. 1966 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1973 Fiat 850 is newer by 7 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 269 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 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, 1966 Ford Mustang (85 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm). This means 1966 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 1966 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 6385 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2750 mm |
