1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1972 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen ZX weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Lancia Fulvia.
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, 1972 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1972 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | ZX | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
