1991 Fiat 126 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 627 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1165 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 807 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 126 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 856 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
