1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 131 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Citroen ZX (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | ZX | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 58 L |
