1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 1990 Maserati 420
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tipo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1990 Maserati 420.
Because 1990 Maserati 420 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 1990 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1990 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 1990 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Tipo | 420 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
