1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1995 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1995 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 138 kg more than 1977 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, 1995 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1995 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 132 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
