1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 50 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 1020 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 600 | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | 600 | Spyder |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 88 L |