1978 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 365 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Avenger | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Avenger | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
