2001 Fiat Multipla vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2001 Fiat Multipla is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Multipla. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 88 kg more than 2001 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Maserati Bora 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 1973 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Multipla, 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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Multipla | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Multipla | Bora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
