1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1991 Mazda 121
To start off, both 1991 Citroen ZX and 1991 Mazda 121 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 121. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen ZX weights approximately 204 kg more than 1991 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Citroen ZX (160 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1991 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | ZX | 121 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
