1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1997 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 1997 Citroen Saxo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Saxo (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Citroen Saxo.
Because 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Saxo. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1997 Citroen Saxo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Giulietta | Saxo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |