1998 Ford Focus vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus, 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, 1968 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Focus | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
