1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1965 Porsche 912
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Porsche 912 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 45 kg more than 1965 Porsche 912.
Because 1965 Porsche 912 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 1965 Porsche 912. 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, 1965 Porsche 912 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen ZX | 1965 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | ZX | 912 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |