1967 Maserati Mistral vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 45 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 151 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1967 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1967 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 1967 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 1967 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Maserati Mistral | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | Mistral | Caddy |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |