1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1963 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Because 1963 Fiat 1300 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 1963 Fiat 1300. 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 (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1963 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Saxo | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
