1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (2 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 585 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1955 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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 1400 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
