2006 Fiat Idea vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2006 Fiat Idea is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Idea.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Idea | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
