2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2560 mm |
