2002 Honda Insight vs. 1966 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 425 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Insight, 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, 1966 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Insight | 1966 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Insight | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
