1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 405 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Spider | Saxo |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |