2003 Citroen Saxo vs. 1990 Renault 19
To start off, 2003 Citroen Saxo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 19 (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 19 weights approximately 135 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.
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 Renault 19 (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Saxo | 1990 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Saxo | 19 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
