1970 Maserati Indy vs. 1984 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 702 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 1984 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Maserati | Vauxhall |
| Model | Indy | Astra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
