1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen ZX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1965 Volvo 220.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | ZX | 220 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1015 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 |
