1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen ZX (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jeep CJ weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | ZX | CJ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
