1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 would be higher. At 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 830 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
| Model | Euro 1 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1310 mm |
