1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1986 Maserati 228
To start off, 1986 Maserati 228 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1986 Maserati 228.
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, 1986 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 1986 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 130 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3237 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
