1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 1400 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 253 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 300 kg more than 1961 Seat 1400. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Maserati Ghibli | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | Ghibli | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
