1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1990 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 20 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1990 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Saxo | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
