1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61
To start off, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
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:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 1100 | Tipo 61 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2210 mm |
