2001 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 33 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 126 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 7 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mistral.
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, 2001 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, 1968 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Civic | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
