2001 Citroen Saxo vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 2001 Citroen Saxo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850.
Because 1968 Fiat 850 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 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Citroen Saxo (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Saxo | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Saxo | 850 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
