1974 Fiat 126 vs. 1966 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1974 Fiat 126 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 685 kg more than 1974 Fiat 126. 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, 1966 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 126 | 1966 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 126 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
