1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1960 Fiat 500
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen ZX (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 460 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 500 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 1960 Fiat 500. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1960 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | ZX | 500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
