1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Citroen ZX
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Citroen ZX (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1996 Citroen ZX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Giulia | ZX |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |