1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2000 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 338 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.

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, 2000 Ford Mustang (408 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Abarth Lancia 037 2000 Ford Mustang
Make Abarth Ford
Model Lancia 037 Mustang
Year Released 1985 2000
Engine Size 1995 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 346 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 408 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1298 kg
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2580 mm


 

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