1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 1964 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1964 Maserati Mistral is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 3,694 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati Mistral (243 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 290 kg more than 1963 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1300 | 1964 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 1300 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
