1998 Citroen AX vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1998 Citroen AX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat Ronda (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Seat Ronda weights approximately 212 kg more than 1998 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, 1982 Seat Ronda (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen AX | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | AX | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
