1991 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1998 Seat Toledo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Toledo weights approximately 328 kg more than 1991 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, 1998 Seat Toledo (146 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen AX | 1998 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | AX | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
