1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1975 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 208 (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1991 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ferrari 208 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 1975 Ferrari 208. 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, 1975 Ferrari 208 (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1975 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | ZX | 208 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
