1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1944 Maserati 4
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Maserati 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Maserati 4 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1944 Maserati 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Maserati 4 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Maserati 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1944 Maserati 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 1500 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
