1987 Citroen Visa vs. 1946 Maserati A6
To start off, 1987 Citroen Visa is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Maserati A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Maserati A6 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Maserati A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Maserati A6 (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Maserati A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Maserati A6 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1987 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Maserati A6 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 1946 Maserati A6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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.
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1987 Citroen Visa | 1946 Maserati A6 | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | Visa | A6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 875 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |