1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1980 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 Zastava 1500.
Because 1980 Zastava 1500 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 1980 Zastava 1500. 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 (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1980 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Zastava |
| Model | ZX | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
