1991 Fiat 126 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1991 Fiat 126 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 806 kg more than 1991 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Fiat 126 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 126 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 703 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2780 mm |