1983 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 62 kg more than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Because 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo 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 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Maserati | Honda |
Model | Bi Turbo | Civic |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |