Model Year | 2014 | 2016 | |
Model | Ford Mustang | Fiat 500 | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,301 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,788 mm | 3,546 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,877 mm | 1,628 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,417 mm | 1,519 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,647 kg | 1,100 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 61 L | 40 L | 21 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 986 mm | 988 mm | -2 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,405 mm | 1,255 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,356 mm | 1,217 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 927 mm | 904 mm | 23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,143 mm | 1,179 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,148 mm | 1,082 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 757 mm | 805 mm | -48 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,834 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,839 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 272 L | 269 L | 3 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.6 | 852 L | -842.4 |
2014 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
This "why not" should not come as a surprise. Neither the Mustang nor the Audi has much rear legroom. Plus in the Mustang my head was pressed against the rear window, and I'm only 5-9. The Mustang coupe's rear seat is viable only for people up to 5-6 or so in height. The Audi has a little more rear headroom. As does the Mustang convertible. If you will be putting people into the rear seat of the Mustang, you should turn off the "easy entry" feature. When it's activated, this feature automatically motors the seat backward when the engine is shut off, reducing rear legroom to near zero. I was nearly trapped when I turned the engine off while sitting in the back seat to take photos. If you want a V8-powered coupe with a roomy rear seat, get a Dodge Challenger. Both the Mustang and the RS 5 do a better job of transporting luggage than rear seat passengers. Both trunks have about as much capacity as that of the average compact sedan. see full Ford Mustang review |
2014 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 2dr Coupe 420-horsepower 5.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Without the sunroof, there is adequate headroom, legroom, and hiproom for taller drivers (6'6"+). The seats are supportive and comfortable for longer drives. This car makes a competent "daily driver" in fair weather. see full Ford Mustang review |
2016 Fiat 500 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 160hp 1.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Rear seating is very cramped, and the ease of entry/exit is poor. Think of the rear seats as emergency seating- like a Porsche 911, and you get the idea. No one will want to travel across town in the rear seats. Forget a road trip entirely. see full Fiat 500 review |
2015 | 2dr Hatch 101-horsepower 1.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Roomy in front but narrow. With two people in front you're bound to rub shoulders or arms when using the arm rests. see full Fiat 500 review |
2015 | 2dr Hatch 101-horsepower 1.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
I would not put anyone on the rear seats. Maybe very short people for short distances. see full Fiat 500 review |