1984 Fiat 131 vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 131.
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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Fiat 131 | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 131 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |