1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1962 Maserati 151

To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 3,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati 151 weights approximately 173 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1962 Maserati 151 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 1962 Maserati 151. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Maserati 151 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Citroen Visa 1962 Maserati 151
Make Citroen Maserati
Model Visa 151
Year Released 1985 1962
Engine Size 652 cc 3942 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 35 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 50 Nm 487 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 722 kg 895 kg
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2310 mm


 

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