1982 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato 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, 2011 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Mustang weights approximately 245 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ducato.
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 Ducato, 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, 2011 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Mustang | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Mustang | Ducato |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3460 mm |