1997 Fiat Brava vs. 1956 Maserati 450
To start off, 1997 Fiat Brava is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Brava weights approximately 250 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Because 1956 Maserati 450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Maserati 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Brava, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Brava | 1956 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Brava | 450 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
