1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 375 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (414 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Maserati | Simca |
| Model | Ghibli | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
