1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 700 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio, 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, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2007 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | Palio | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |