1985 Citroen CX vs. 1971 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Indy weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Maserati Indy 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 1971 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX, 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, 1971 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1971 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | CX | Indy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
