1989 Honda Accord vs. 1966 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Maserati Mistral 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 Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, 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 Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1966 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Accord | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
