1987 Fiat 126 vs. 1995 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 805 kg more than 1987 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Fiat 126 | 1995 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 126 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |