1971 Maserati Indy vs. 1983 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Indy weights approximately 685 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. 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, 1971 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Maserati Indy | 1983 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Maserati | Vauxhall |
Model | Indy | Chevette |
Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4718 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |