1990 Citroen AX vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX.
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, 2004 Seat Toledo (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen AX | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | AX | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
