1972 Fiat 850 vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 850. 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 (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 850 | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1987 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 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
