1993 Fiat Vivace vs. 1958 Maserati 450

To start off, 1993 Fiat Vivace is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 20 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.

Because 1958 Maserati 450 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 1958 Maserati 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1958 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Vivace.

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1993 Fiat Vivace 1958 Maserati 450
Make Fiat Maserati
Model Vivace 450
Year Released 1993 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1372 cc 4478 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 62 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 487 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 790 kg
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2410 mm