1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 290 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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 (414 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 132 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
