1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2007 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Bravo is newer by 11 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 370 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, 2007 Fiat Bravo (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen ZX | 2007 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | ZX | Bravo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |