1976 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1991 Maserati Shamal is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 645 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Maserati Shamal 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 1991 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1991 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Honda Civic | 1991 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Civic | Shamal |
Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |