1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 16 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, 1991 Citroen ZX (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 110 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | ZX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
