2007 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Maserati 420
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati 420 (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Maserati 420.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 1983 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1983 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Civic | 420 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |