2004 Holden Zafira vs. 1982 Maserati 420
To start off, 2004 Holden Zafira is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Zafira weights approximately 280 kg more than 1982 Maserati 420.
Because 1982 Maserati 420 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 1982 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Zafira, 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, 1982 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Zafira | 1982 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Zafira | 420 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
