2003 Citroen Saxo vs. 1978 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Citroen Saxo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Crown weights approximately 545 kg more than 2003 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Crown 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 1978 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1978 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Saxo | 1978 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Saxo | Crown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
