2003 Honda HR-V vs. 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 2003 Honda HR-V is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda HR-V weights approximately 25 kg more than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Because 1983 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 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V, 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, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda HR-V | 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | HR-V | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
