1973 Fiat 126 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 126 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 90 L |
