1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 197 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 130 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
