1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1990 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen ZX weights approximately 194 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1990 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | ZX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 42 L |
