1993 Citroen AX vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1993 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 902 kg more than 1993 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen AX. 2000 Seat Salsa has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen AX | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | AX | Salsa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
