1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1997 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 565 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Maserati Ghibli 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 1997 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | Visa | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |