1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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 (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | 124 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |