1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1957 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen ZX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Because 1957 Fiat 1400 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 1957 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Citroen ZX (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1957 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | ZX | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
