1982 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Mustang (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Mustang weights approximately 245 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Mustang | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Mustang | 500 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |