1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 1959 Maserati 420
To start off, 1959 Maserati 420 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 4,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 420 (405 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900.
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:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 1959 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 1900 | 420 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
