1987 Fiat Uno vs. 1987 Maserati 228

To start off, both 1987 Fiat Uno and 1987 Maserati 228 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 228 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1987 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1987 Maserati 228 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Maserati 228. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Uno.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Fiat Uno 1987 Maserati 228
Make Fiat Maserati
Model Uno 228
Year Released 1987 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 903 cc 2790 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 44 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 67 Nm 365 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 690 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2610 mm


 

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