1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2009 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2009 Maybach Landaulet is newer by 54 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach Landaulet (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 582 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600.
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, 2009 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 960 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600. 2009 Maybach Landaulet 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. 2009 Maybach Landaulet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2009 Maybach Landaulet | |
| Make | Fiat | Maybach |
| Model | 600 | Landaulet |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 110 L |
