1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 168 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Maserati Mistral 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 Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, 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 Mistral (325 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mistral | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Maserati | Fiat |
| Model | Mistral | 500 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2301 mm |
