2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Maverick (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Maverick is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Ford Maverick (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
