1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1995 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1995 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 366 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1995 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1995 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Giulia | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
