1997 Citroen Saxo vs. 1997 Mazda Midge
To start off, both 1997 Citroen Saxo and 1997 Mazda Midge were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Midge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Midge (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Saxo. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Midge should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Midge weights approximately 161 kg more than 1997 Citroen Saxo. 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, 1997 Mazda Midge (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Saxo. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Midge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Saxo | 1997 Mazda Midge | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Saxo | Midge |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 88 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |