1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1967 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1967 Maserati Mistral is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 305 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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, 1967 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1967 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 1300 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
