1964 Maserati 3500 vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Because 1964 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 1964 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Strada, 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, 1964 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Maserati 3500 | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Maserati | Fiat |
| Model | 3500 | Strada |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2718 mm |
