1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 1968 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1968 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Ghibli (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 225 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 1968 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 1500 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |
