1968 Maserati Mistral vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 775 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari 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, 1968 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Maserati Mistral | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Maserati | Tata |
| Model | Mistral | Safari |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
