1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1992 Citroen ZX
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen ZX weights approximately 615 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Citroen ZX (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1992 Citroen ZX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 750 | ZX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 56 L |
