1984 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1984 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Indy weights approximately 700 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Maserati Indy 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 1968 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1968 Maserati Indy (367 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 1968 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Civic | Indy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
