1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 1988 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1996 Citroen Saxo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Zastava Yugo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Zastava Yugo 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 54 more horse power than 1988 Zastava Yugo. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1988 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 129 kg more than 1988 Zastava Yugo. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Zastava Yugo. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 1988 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Citroen | Zastava |
| Model | Saxo | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 55.4 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2160 mm |
