1977 Fiat 133 vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1977 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 133 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3064 mm |
