1975 Ford Maverick vs. 1963 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1975 Ford Maverick is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Maverick weights approximately 290 kg more than 1963 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1975 Ford Maverick (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (116 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Maverick | 1963 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Maverick | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
