1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 558 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1300 | Maverick |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |