1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1996 Citroen Saxo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 104 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva.
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, 1989 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Saxo | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2300 mm |
