1982 Fiat Abarth vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Abarth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Abarth would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Abarth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 357 kg more than 1982 Fiat Abarth. 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (310 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Abarth.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Abarth | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Abarth | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |
