1968 Maserati Mistral vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 32 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Mistral. (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 5 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mistral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Maserati Mistral | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | Mistral | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
