1985 Citroen CX vs. 1970 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 185 kg more than 1970 Maserati Mistral.
Because 1970 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 1970 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1970 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1970 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | CX | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
