1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1967 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 27 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 199 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 425 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. 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, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1967 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Punto | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
