1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1976 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Because 1976 Peugeot 504 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 1976 Peugeot 504. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1976 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | ZX | 504 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
