1970 Maserati Indy vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 42 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 202 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. 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 (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Maserati Indy | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
Model | Indy | SX4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |