1967 Maserati Mistral vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 45 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Maserati Mistral | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Mistral | 626 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
