1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1986 Maserati 228
To start off, 1986 Maserati 228 is newer by 27 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 228 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Maserati 228 (365 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1986 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1986 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 1500 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
