2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2005 Citroen Saxo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Saxo | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Saxo | 9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
