1965 Abarth 750 vs. 1970 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1970 Maserati Mistral is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 730 kg more than 1965 Abarth 750. 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, 1970 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 750 | 1970 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Abarth | Maserati |
| Model | 750 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
