1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 130 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
