1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1991 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1991 Maserati Shamal is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 135 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1400. 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, 1991 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1400 | 1991 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | 1400 | Shamal |
Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 444 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |