1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 10 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 693 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, 1996 Citroen ZX (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | ZX | Palio II |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
