1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1481 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 500 | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | 500 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 90 L |