1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Ford Mustang. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 690 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
