1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1996 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 525 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1996 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Giulietta | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
