1995 Honda Accord vs. 1964 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 3,486 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 55 kg more than 1964 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1964 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 1964 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1964 Maserati Mistral (315 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm). This means 1964 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1964 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Accord | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
