1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1962 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Because 1962 Fiat 1100 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 1962 Fiat 1100. 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, 1998 Citroen Saxo (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1962 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Saxo | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| 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 | 840 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
