1998 Fiat Coupe vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1998 Fiat Coupe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1998 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Coupe | 1981 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
