1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300. 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Abarth | Maserati |
| Model | 1300 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |
