1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 13 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 90 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, 1991 Citroen ZX (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | ZX | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
