1973 Fiat 500 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 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 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 98 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
