1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Publica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 485 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mistral | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Mistral | Publica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
