1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 132 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
