1970 Maserati Indy vs. 1995 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Toyota Celica is newer by 25 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 142 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 405 kg more than 1995 Toyota Celica. 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, 1995 Toyota Celica, 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 1995 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Indy | Celica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
