1972 Honda Civic vs. 1964 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1972 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 3,486 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 562 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Maserati Mistral is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Maserati Mistral (315 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm). This means 1964 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1964 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Civic | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
