1979 Fiat 126 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 933 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (411 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 126 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 126 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |
