1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1950 Maserati 4CLT
To start off, 1953 Fiat 1100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Maserati 4CLT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Maserati 4CLT would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Maserati 4CLT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Maserati 4CLT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Maserati 4CLT should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1950 Maserati 4CLT.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1950 Maserati 4CLT | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 1100 | 4CLT |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
