1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 810 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 1972 Toyota Century 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 1972 Toyota Century. 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, 1972 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 1972 Toyota Century | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Saxo | Century |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |