1982 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 845 kg more than 1982 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Panda | 3200 GT |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |
