1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1976 Lada 1200
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lada 1200 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lada 1200 weights approximately 58 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 1976 Lada 1200 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 1976 Lada 1200. 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 (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1976 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Saxo | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 39 L |
