1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 1980 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Citroen Saxo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Saxo (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Citroen Saxo (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 1980 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Saxo | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2330 mm |
