1993 Fiat 126 vs. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 1993 Fiat 126 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1993 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, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Fiat 126 | 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | 126 | Gran Turismo 3500 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 702 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |