1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1996 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 450 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Maserati Ghibli is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1996 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Alfasud | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
