1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Saxo | Panda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
