2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Moretti Golden
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 44 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1959 Moretti Golden. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti Golden. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 602 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1959 Moretti Golden | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | Mustang | Golden |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
