1967 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos

To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 906 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 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 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Atos, 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, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Maserati Quattroporte 2012 Hyundai Atos
Make Maserati Hyundai
Model Quattroporte Atos
Year Released 1967 2012
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4136 cc 1086 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 60 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 362 Nm 87 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1704 kg 798 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 3570 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2390 mm


 

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