1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61
To start off, 1965 Fiat Coupe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 would be higher. At 2,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 630 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Coupe | 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Coupe | Tipo 61 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
