1965 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2002 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2002 Mazda Spiano is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 920 kg more than 2002 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Maserati Quattroporte 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 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Spiano, 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, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Quattroporte | 2002 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Quattroporte | Spiano |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
