1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 232 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Maserati Indy 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 1970 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude, 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Prelude | Indy |
Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |