1974 Honda 1300 vs. 1970 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1974 Honda 1300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 370 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300, 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, 1970 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 1970 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | 1300 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4014 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
