1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 262 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet, 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, 1990 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Mustang | 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Mustang | Cygnet |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 988 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3078 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2000 mm |