1952 Fiat 1900 vs. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1900. 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, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1900. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1900. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1952 Fiat 1900 has manual transmission. 1952 Fiat 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1900 | 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Fiat | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 1900 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 6090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 100 L |
