1998 Kia Joice vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Bora weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Kia Joice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Maserati Bora 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 1976 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice, 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, 1976 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Joice | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Joice | Bora |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
