1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 20 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 152 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | ZX | Insight |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 40 L |
