1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 290 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Saxo | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
