1992 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1992 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 106 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 1992 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Mustang | 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mustang | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
