1977 Fiat 133 vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 675 kg more than 1977 Fiat 133. 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, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 133 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |
