1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 236 kg more than 1996 Citroen ZX. 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, 1993 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | ZX | Capital |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
