1986 Maserati 420 vs. 2004 Tata E
To start off, 2004 Tata E is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata E weights approximately 195 kg more than 1986 Maserati 420.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati 420 | 2004 Tata E | |
| Make | Maserati | Tata |
| Model | 420 | E |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
