1998 Citroen AX vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 14 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 988 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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen AX | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | AX | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |