1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 470 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mustang | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Mustang | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
