2000 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo 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 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic, 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, 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1984 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Civic | Bi Turbo |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |