1970 Maserati Indy vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 26 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 167 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Indy | 626 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1205 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 |
