1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP) has 236 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 350 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Maserati Shamal | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Shamal | Celica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 444 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |