1970 Maserati Mistral vs. 1998 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Mistral 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 445 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (106 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Mistral | 1998 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mistral | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
