1987 Citroen AX vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 23 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 509 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | AX | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
