1974 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Maserati 228
To start off, 1988 Maserati 228 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 228 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Maserati 228 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 1988 Maserati 228. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1988 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Civic | 1988 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Civic | 228 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
