1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 25 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 149 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 395 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Mistral | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Maserati | Rover |
| Model | Mistral | 100 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1380 mm |
