2009 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Maserati 420
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 420 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Maserati 420 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 1988 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1988 Maserati 420 (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1988 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Civic | 420 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1996 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |