1961 Fiat 500 vs. 1984 Maserati 228
To start off, 1984 Maserati 228 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati 228 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. 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, 1984 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 500 | 1984 Maserati 228 | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | 500 | 228 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2610 mm |