1969 Fiat 124 vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 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 56 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
