1982 Citroen LN vs. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte

To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 840 kg more than 1982 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 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 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Citroen LN 1975 Maserati Quattroporte
Make Citroen Maserati
Model LN Quattroporte
Year Released 1982 1975
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1124 cc 2963 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 49 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 86 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 760 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2240 mm 2810 mm