1970 Maserati Mistral vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 40 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 67 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1213 kg more than 1970 Maserati Mistral.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Mistral | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Maserati | GMC |
| Model | Mistral | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
