1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 1944 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1961 Maserati 3500 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1944 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1944 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1944 Peugeot 202. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Maserati 3500 | 1944 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | 3500 | 202 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
