1946 Austin 16 vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Austin 16 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 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo, 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, 1946 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 16 | Saxo |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
