1967 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (34 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Maserati |
| Model | Bianchina | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2810 mm |
