1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1944 Maserati 8
To start off, 1964 Fiat 500 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Maserati 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Maserati 8 would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Maserati 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Maserati 8 (424 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Maserati 8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Maserati 8 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. 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:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1944 Maserati 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 500 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1944 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 780 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2800 mm |
