1988 Fiat 126 vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 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 90 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 126 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
