1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1967 Fiat 500
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 325 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 500 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 1967 Fiat 500. 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 (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1967 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Saxo | 500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 22 L |
