1971 Fiat 850 vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 850 | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | 850 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3070 mm |