1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1966 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1966 Maserati Mistral is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 65 kg more than 1966 Maserati Mistral.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1966 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Spider | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
