1969 Fiat 500 vs. 1957 Maserati 250
To start off, 1969 Fiat 500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 250 would be higher. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 250 (193 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 250 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Maserati 250 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 1957 Maserati 250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 500 | 250 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 660 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2160 mm |
