1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 53 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100.
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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 1100 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 88 L |
