1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 465 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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 GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | 1800 | GranSport |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 88 L |