1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno 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 32 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 255 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. 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 (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | ZX | Uno |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1114 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
