1969 Maserati Indy vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Indy weights approximately 206 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic, 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, 1969 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Indy | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Maserati | Honda |
| Model | Indy | Civic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
