1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 210 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Because 1958 Abarth 1000 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 1958 Abarth 1000. 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, 1958 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 1000 | Saxo |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |