1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 44 kg more than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | ZX | Panda |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
