1977 Fiat 126 vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 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 92 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 126 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
