1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta 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 29 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (45 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 265 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | ZX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 55.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
