2001 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Maserati Indy 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 1970 Maserati Indy. 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Civic | Indy |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 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 | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |