1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2010 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2010 Kia Rondo is newer by 45 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 56 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rondo. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rondo weights approximately 45 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1965 Maserati Mistral is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rondo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rondo. (229 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rondo. 2010 Kia Rondo 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. 2010 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mistral | 2010 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Maserati | Kia |
| Model | Mistral | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
