1967 Maserati Mistral vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa is newer by 33 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 5 more horse power than 2000 Seat Salsa. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Salsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 305 kg more than 1967 Maserati Mistral.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa 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, 1967 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Salsa. (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Salsa. 2000 Seat Salsa has automatic transmission and 1967 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1967 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Maserati Mistral | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | Mistral | Salsa |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
