1970 Maserati Mistral vs. 1968 Skoda 1000 MB
To start off, 1970 Maserati Mistral is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1000 MB would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Mistral (252 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 478 kg more than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Mistral | 1968 Skoda 1000 MB | |
| Make | Maserati | Skoda |
| Model | Mistral | 1000 MB |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
