1978 Fiat 133 vs. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1242 kg more than 1978 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, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 133 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3070 mm |
