1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2004 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2004 Ford Maverick is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Maverick weights approximately 945 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2004 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 59 L |
