1986 Fiat 126 vs. 2004 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2004 Ford Maverick is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1986 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Maverick weights approximately 930 kg more than 1986 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat 126. 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, 2004 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat 126 | 2004 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 126 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| 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 | 2730 mm |
