1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 110 kg more than 1976 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 130 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1680 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
