1963 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1962 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1963 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Maserati 3500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Fulvia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (116 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Fulvia | 1962 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Lancia | Maserati |
| Model | Fulvia | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
