1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford Maverick (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
