1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen ZX weights approximately 52 kg more than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | ZX | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 983 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
