1973 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Maverick weights approximately 88 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1973 Ford Maverick is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Maverick | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Maverick | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
