1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,586 cc, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 60 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Sprinter 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 Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Saxo | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
