1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 265 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. 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, 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1986 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 1100 | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
