1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1995 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1995 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 698 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. 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, 1995 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1995 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Abarth | Maserati |
| Model | 1300 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2520 mm |
