1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Volvo 120 (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen ZX weights approximately 5 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120.
Because 1959 Volvo 120 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 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1959 Volvo 120 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen ZX | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | ZX | 120 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |