1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,244 cc, 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 810 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1100. 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100. 2005 Maserati Spyder has automatic transmission and 1962 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1962 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Maserati Spyder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 1100 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 4244 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 88 L |
