1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 1955 Maserati 150S
To start off, 1962 Fiat 1100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Maserati 150S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Maserati 150S would be higher. At 1,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Maserati 150S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Maserati 150S (138 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Maserati 150S should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1955 Maserati 150S.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 1955 Maserati 150S | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 1100 | 150S |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2160 mm |
