1987 Citroen AX vs. 1971 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Indy weights approximately 818 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Maserati Indy 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 1971 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, 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, 1971 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1971 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | AX | Indy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
