1987 Citroen AX vs. 1993 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1993 Maserati Shamal is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 3,216 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 598 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 1993 Maserati Shamal 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 1993 Maserati Shamal. 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, 1993 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1993 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | AX | Shamal |
Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |