1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen ZX weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Violet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Citroen ZX (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | ZX | Violet |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
