1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2007 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2007 Maserati Spyder is newer by 46 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 760 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, 2007 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300. 2007 Maserati Spyder has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati Spyder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2007 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 1300 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 88 L |
