1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2004 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2004 Ford Maverick is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 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 71 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Maverick weights approximately 902 kg more than 1961 Fiat 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 1961 Fiat 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 2004 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1961 | 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 | 51 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |
