THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Production period
- 1953
- Body style
- Coupé
- Type
- One-off
- Production
- 1
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR
Coachbuilding, design & conversions
PRICE & SALES RECORD
Vehicle value
- Original price
- Not documented
- Latest recorded sale
- Not documented
01 / THE STORY
History & context
The Fiat 1900 Coupé (1953) was coachbuilt by Ghia. Developed during the early 1950s, this model represents a collaboration between Fiat and the renowned coachbuilder Ghia, known for its innovative designs and craftsmanship. The design process involved a careful consideration of proportions and construction methods, emphasizing streamlined aesthetics that were characteristic of the era. The body was constructed using advanced techniques for the time, allowing for both lightweight and durable structures.
Mechanically, the Fiat 1900 Coupé features a robust configuration, powered by an inline-four engine. This engine provided adequate performance for the vehicle’s intended use, ensuring a balance between power and efficiency. The chassis was designed with a focus on stability and handling, incorporating a suspension system that enhanced ride comfort and driving dynamics.
Production of the Fiat 1900 Coupé was limited, with only one unit documented. This rarity adds to the model’s significance within the automotive history as a unique representation of postwar Italian coachbuilding. Surviving examples are recorded in private collections and institutional archives, providing reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding. The meticulous documentation of this model contributes valuable insights into the design philosophies and manufacturing practices of mid-20th century automotive production, particularly in the context of collaborations between manufacturers and coachbuilders.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production
- 1
- Production type
- One-off
Engine & performance
- Specification notes
- Confidence detail moved from confidence: high_model_medium_authorship
Design & manufacture
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Ghia
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Fiat
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 2 photographs
08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE
Archive
References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.
| Reference | Source type |
|---|---|
| Torino 1953 archive www.carrozzieri-italiani.com | Event archive |











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