1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 660 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 133 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2576 mm |
