1970 Maserati Indy vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 28 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 153 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146, 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Maserati | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Indy | 146 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
