1981 Fiat Vivace vs. 2006 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2006 Ford Maverick is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Maverick weights approximately 705 kg more than 1981 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Vivace | 2006 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
