1998 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Moretti Golden
To start off, 1998 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti Golden. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti Golden would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Moretti Golden. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti Golden. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Mustang weights approximately 500 kg more than 1959 Moretti Golden. 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, 1998 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Mustang | 1959 Moretti Golden | |
Make | Ford | Moretti |
Model | Mustang | Golden |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |