1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen ZX (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. 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 (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | ZX | Panda |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
