1957 Maserati 450 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 25 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 450 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 450 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4476 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 815 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
