1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1976 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1976 Ford Maverick is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 10 kg more than 1976 Ford Maverick. 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, 1976 Ford Maverick (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 1976 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Berline | Maverick |
Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |