2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 445 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 1968 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
