1968 Maserati Mistral vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 45 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, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Maserati Mistral. (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1968 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 580 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 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Crosstour. 2013 Honda Crosstour has automatic transmission and 1968 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1968 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Maserati Mistral | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | Maserati | Honda |
| Model | Mistral | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1898 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2797 mm |
