1961 Fiat 600 vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (325 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 480 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. 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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 600 | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | 600 | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |