1987 Citroen AX vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 580 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Citroen AX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Seat Altea (251 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (110 Nm). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | AX | Altea |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
