1970 Maserati Mistral vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 29 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 125 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. 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) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (176 Nm). This means 1970 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Mistral | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Mistral | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
