2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Colorado | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
