1996 Honda Today vs. 1971 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Indy weights approximately 830 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 1971 Maserati Indy. 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, 1971 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1971 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Today | Indy |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 4718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |