1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1983 Maserati 420
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1983 Maserati 420. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 270 kg more than 1983 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1983 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | Rally Raid | 420 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
