1989 Ford Festiva vs. 1966 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1989 Ford Festiva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 664 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Maserati Mexico. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Festiva, 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, 1966 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Festiva | 1966 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Festiva | Mexico |
Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2650 mm |