1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 10 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 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (88 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 115 kg more than 1991 Citroen ZX.
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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ZX | A |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2600 mm |
