1989 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 934 kg more than 1989 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Citroen AX 2007 Seat Alhambra
Make Citroen Seat
Model AX Alhambra
Year Released 1989 2007
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 952 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 73 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 62 mm 86.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 17.9 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 722 kg 1656 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L


 

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