1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Citroen | Smart |
| Model | ZX | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
