1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2004 Ford Maverick is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Maverick weights approximately 520 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130.
Because 2004 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2004 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |
