1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1997 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 1997 Citroen Saxo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Saxo. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 175 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Saxo. (88 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1997 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulia | Saxo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
