2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 41 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 184 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Maserati Mistral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 1968 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Panda | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
