1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Seat 1400 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Because 1960 Seat 1400 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 Seat 1400. 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 Seat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 Seat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Saxo | 1400 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1122 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |