1966 Fiat 124 vs. 1962 Maserati 151
To start off, 1966 Fiat 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 3,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP) has 296 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 124 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1962 Maserati 151.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Maserati 151 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 1962 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 124 | 151 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 355 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
