1981 Citroen Visa vs. 1982 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1982 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Quattroporte (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1981 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Maserati Quattroporte 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 1982 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Citroen Visa, 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.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Visa | 1982 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | Visa | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |