1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 245 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Saxo | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2260 mm |
