1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1948 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 1,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1.
Because 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1998 Citroen Saxo | 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Saxo | 125 F1 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1122 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2170 mm |