1965 Maserati Mexico vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mexico (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 298 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Maserati Mexico 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 1965 Maserati Mexico. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit, 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, 1965 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mexico | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Maserati | Honda |
| Model | Mexico | Fit |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2499 mm |
