1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1860 mm |
