1976 Citroen CX vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 211 kg more than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1969 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 1969 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX, 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, 1969 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | CX | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
