1973 Maserati Indy vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 31 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 123 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Indy | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
| Model | Indy | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
