1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 14 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 688 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
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, 1998 Citroen Saxo (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Saxo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
