1980 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Maverick weights approximately 930 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 2007 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 126 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |
