1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61
To start off, 1972 Fiat 130 is newer by 13 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 130 | Tipo 61 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
