1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1956 Maserati 300
To start off, 1961 Fiat 1300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 300 (242 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1956 Maserati 300.
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:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1956 Maserati 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 1300 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2320 mm |
