1985 Citroen LNA vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen LNA would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1985 Citroen LNA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Maserati Spyder 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 2008 Maserati Spyder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen LNA, 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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen LNA | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | LNA | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 88 L |
