1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1967 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 167 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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 Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1967 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | Tempra | Mistral |
Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |