1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2013 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 22 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 29 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, 2013 Chevrolet Spark (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2013 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | ZX | Spark |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1597 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1522 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2375 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 35 L |
