2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1986 Maserati 420
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Maserati 420.
Because 1986 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 1986 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1986 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1986 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Fiesta | 420 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
