1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1991 Citroen ZX
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen ZX weights approximately 142 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. 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, 1991 Citroen ZX (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1991 Citroen ZX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | ZX |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
