1998 Citroen AX vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen AX would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1998 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1998 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Maserati Spyder 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 2005 Maserati Spyder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen AX | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | AX | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
