2006 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 82 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1975 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1975 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Civic | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
