1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 20 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 755 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, 2011 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Maverick |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |