1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 5 (93 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 240 kg more than 1976 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | ZX | 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
