1952 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1374 kg more than 1952 Fiat 500. 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. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1952 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1952 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 500 | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 500 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |
