2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1988 Maserati 420
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 420 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1988 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 1988 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1988 Maserati 420 (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta. 2008 Ford Fiesta has automatic transmission and 1988 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1988 Maserati 420 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Fiesta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Fiesta | 1988 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Fiesta | 420 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
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 | 263 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |