1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1958 Maserati 300
To start off, 1971 Fiat 130 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 300 (243 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1958 Maserati 300.
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:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1958 Maserati 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 130 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
