1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 34 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 109 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 145 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester. 1999 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1965 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1965 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1965 Maserati Mistral | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | Mistral | Forester |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3484 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 176 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |