1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 1964 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 130 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
