1984 Fiat 126 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 325 kg more than 1984 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (211 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Fiat 126 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | 126 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2299 mm |