1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2004 Maybach 57
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 525 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1635 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. 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 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 860 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600. 2004 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 600 | 2004 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Fiat | Maybach |
Model | 600 | 57 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 110 L |