1961 Fiat 600 vs. 1972 Maserati Boomerang
To start off, 1972 Maserati Boomerang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Boomerang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Boomerang (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Boomerang should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Boomerang weights approximately 570 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. 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, 1972 Maserati Boomerang (393 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Boomerang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 600 | 1972 Maserati Boomerang | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 600 | Boomerang |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
