1991 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1991 Ford Mustang

To start off, both 1991 Fiat Cinquecento and 1991 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Mustang (106 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Mustang weights approximately 583 kg more than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 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 1991 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento, 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, 1991 Ford Mustang (183 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (66 Nm). This means 1991 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Fiat Cinquecento 1991 Ford Mustang
Make Fiat Ford
Model Cinquecento Mustang
Year Released 1991 1991
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 903 cc 2301 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 41 HP 106 HP
Torque 66 Nm 183 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 677 kg 1260 kg
Vehicle Length 3240 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2560 mm


 

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