2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2009 Fiat 500 and 2009 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500, 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |