1994 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1998 Seat Marbella is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Marbella weights approximately 16 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen AX | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | AX | Marbella |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2170 mm |