1971 Maserati Indy vs. 1999 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1999 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 28 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 162 more horse power than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Indy weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 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, 1971 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Maserati Indy | 1999 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Indy | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
