1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo

To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo 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 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva, 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Ford Festiva 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
Make Ford Maserati
Model Festiva Gran Turismo
Year Released 1992 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1323 cc 4691 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 59 HP 433 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 99 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.5 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1880 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4881 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 2056 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1353 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2942 mm


 

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