1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2012 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2012 Toyota Aygo 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen ZX weights approximately 240 kg more than 2012 Toyota Aygo. 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 (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2012 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | ZX | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 35 L |
