1992 Citroen ZX vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 21 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 3 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 68 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | ZX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
