1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1993 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1993 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 785 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. 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, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (335 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 1993 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 126 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |
