1975 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1997 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 350 kg more than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. 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, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat Mirafiori | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | Mirafiori | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |