1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1977 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1977 Ford Maverick is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Maverick (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Maverick weights approximately 95 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. 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, 1977 Ford Maverick (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1977 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
