1957 Fiat 1900 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1900. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 711 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1900. 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. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1900 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1900 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 1900 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3070 mm |
