1999 Citroen Saxo vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1999 Citroen Saxo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Sera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Sera weights approximately 101 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.
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 Toyota Sera (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Sera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Saxo | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Saxo | Sera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
