1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 765 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1100 | 2007 Maserati GT | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | 1100 | GT |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 88 L |