1958 Fiat 1200 vs. 1986 Maserati 228
To start off, 1986 Maserati 228 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 228 (252 HP) has 199 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Maserati 228 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1200. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1200 | 1986 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 1200 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
