1973 Maserati Indy vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Vitz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz 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, 1973 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Indy | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Indy | Vitz |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |