1970 Maserati Mistral vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 37 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 118 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1970 Maserati Mistral.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 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 Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Mistral | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mistral | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
