1968 Maserati Indy vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon

To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Indy weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Maserati Indy 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 1968 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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, 1968 Maserati Indy (367 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Maserati Indy 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
Make Maserati Mitsubishi
Model Indy Space Wagon
Year Released 1968 1996
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4136 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 367 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2730 mm


 

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