1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1974 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Maserati Indy (331 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Maserati Indy weights approximately 559 kg more than 1975 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1974 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 130 | Indy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 4930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
