1974 Fiat 126 vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 900 kg more than 1974 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Ford Mustang (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 126 | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 126 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 59 L |
