1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1957 Maserati 300
To start off, 1957 Maserati 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 300 (242 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1957 Maserati 300.
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:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 1957 Maserati 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 1100 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2320 mm |
