1996 Honda Today vs. 1964 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 32 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 185 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 530 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 1964 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1964 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Today | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
