1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1995 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1995 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 4,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen ZX weights approximately 104 kg more than 1995 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1995 Italdesign Nazca 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 1995 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1995 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Citroen | Italdesign |
| Model | ZX | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
