1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 42 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 157 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Lacetti. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 232 kg more than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1969 Maserati Mistral 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 Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti, 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 Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Mistral | 2011 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Maserati | Daewoo |
| Model | Mistral | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
