2004 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2004 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 83 kg more than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 1963 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 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Ulysse | 1963 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Ulysse | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2178 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
