1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen ZX (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Toyota Crown weights approximately 235 kg more than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Because 1958 Toyota Crown 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 1958 Toyota Crown. 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 (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen ZX | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | ZX | Crown |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |