1971 BMW Touring vs. 2001 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2001 Citroen Saxo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 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, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2001 Citroen Saxo | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | Touring | Saxo |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |