1981 Citroen LN vs. 1985 Maserati 228
To start off, 1985 Maserati 228 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen LN would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Maserati 228 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Maserati 228. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Citroen LN, 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, 1985 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 1985 Maserati 228 | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | LN | 228 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |