1987 Honda Civic vs. 1967 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1987 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 550 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Maserati Mexico 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 1967 Maserati Mexico. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1967 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 1967 Maserati Mexico | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Civic | Mexico |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
