1943 Fiat 500 vs. 1957 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1957 Maserati 350S is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 350S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1943 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1943 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Maserati 350S weights approximately 235 kg more than 1943 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Fiat 500 | 1957 Maserati 350S | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 500 | 350S |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2330 mm |
