1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 407 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Maserati Quattroporte 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 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Tempra | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
