1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 1985 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1985 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 415 kg more than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Mistral | 1985 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Maserati | Skoda |
| Model | Mistral | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
