1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Porsche 911 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Porsche 911 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 1968 Porsche 911. 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, 1968 Porsche 911 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Saxo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1122 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
