1998 Citroen AX vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Celica weights approximately 472 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, 1999 Toyota Celica (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen AX | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
