1970 Maserati Mistral vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 34 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 0 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (252 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 211 kg more than 1970 Maserati Mistral.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Mistral | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Mistral | Clio |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
