1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1964 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1976 Fiat 131 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 3,486 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (137 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 245 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131. 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, 1964 Maserati Mistral (315 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm). This means 1964 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 1964 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 131 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
