1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 is newer by 9 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 196 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 850 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 850 | Tipo 61 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2210 mm |
