1979 Fiat 131 vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (444 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 627 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131. 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (515 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 131 | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 131 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |