1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 43 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 154 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 13 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Honda Insight, 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Mistral | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Maserati | Honda |
| Model | Mistral | Insight |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
