2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 461 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Maserati Spyder 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 2002 Maserati Spyder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Maserati Spyder | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Maserati | Honda |
| Model | Spyder | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4253 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
