1966 Fiat 124 vs. 1966 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, both 1966 Fiat 124 and 1966 Maserati Ghibli were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Ghibli (325 HP) has 266 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 495 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124. 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:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 1966 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 124 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 325 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
