2001 Citroen Saxo vs. 1987 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2001 Citroen Saxo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 205 (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 45 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 205.
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, 1987 Peugeot 205 (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Saxo | 1987 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Saxo | 205 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
