2005 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Maserati 228
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati 228 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Maserati 228 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 228. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1984 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Civic | 228 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
