1982 Fiat 126 vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 126 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 409 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1982 Fiat 126. 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 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 126. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1982 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1982 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 126 | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 126 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3064 mm |
