1972 Fiat 125 vs. 2006 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 720 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125. 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, 2006 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 125 | 2006 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | 125 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |