1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault Floride 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 46 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 290 kg more than 1963 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Renault Floride 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 1963 Renault Floride. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1963 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | ZX | Floride |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
