1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1966 Fiat Coupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1966 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Coupe | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | Coupe | 3500 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |