1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1995 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1995 Maserati Shamal is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 545 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Maserati Shamal 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 1995 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1995 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Fiesta | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |
