1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 59 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (405 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 695 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 1400 | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2942 mm |
