2004 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Maserati 420
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati 420 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1984 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1984 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Civic | 420 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |