1986 Maserati 420 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Maserati 420 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Maserati 420 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1986 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati 420 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 420 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
