1998 Maserati Shamal vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1998 Maserati Shamal is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 440 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 1998 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Maserati Shamal | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | Shamal | Citi |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |