2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1970 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 775 kg more than 1970 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1970 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Maserati | Skoda |
Model | Quattroporte | 1202 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2690 mm |