1957 Citroen 15 vs. 1965 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1965 Maserati Mistral is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 15 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1965 Maserati Mistral 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 1965 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen 15 | 1965 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | 15 | Mistral |
Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3484 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 325 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |