1970 Maserati Indy vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 24 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 148 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 280 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Indy | 626 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
