1941 Citroen 15 vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1941 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1941 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Citroen 15 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228.
Because 1987 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 1987 Maserati 228. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1941 Citroen 15, 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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Citroen 15 | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | 15 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
