1987 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 530 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 Leon (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon 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 Leon | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | AX | Leon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
