1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 7 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 175 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.
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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | ZX | 146 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |
