1970 Maserati Mistral vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 28 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 205 kg more than 1970 Maserati Mistral.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza. 2010 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 1970 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1970 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Maserati Mistral | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | Mistral | Impreza |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2619 mm |