1999 Citroen Saxo vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP

To start off, 1999 Citroen Saxo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 842 kg more than 1999 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Plymouth VIP 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 1968 Plymouth VIP. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Saxo. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Saxo has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Saxo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth VIP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1999 Citroen Saxo 1968 Plymouth VIP
Make Citroen Plymouth
Model Saxo VIP
Year Released 1999 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 5208 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 49 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 461 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.1 mm 99.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 62 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.2:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 805 kg 1647 kg
Vehicle Length 3730 mm 5420 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 90 L