1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Because 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. 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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Bel Air | Saxo |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |