1987 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 19 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), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 697 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.
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, 2006 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | AX | Altea |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
