1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 177 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1400. 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, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 1400 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
