1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 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 182 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 415 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Ghibli | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | Ghibli | 124 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
