1975 Fiat 124 vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 770 kg more than 1975 Fiat 124. 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 124 | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | 124 | GranSport |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 88 L |