1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1961 Maserati 3500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 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 | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 1500 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
