1970 Maserati Indy vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Colt is newer by 18 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 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 370 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Colt. 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, 1988 Plymouth Colt, 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 (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Maserati | Plymouth |
| Model | Indy | Colt |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
