1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2008 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2008 Fiat Albea is newer by 12 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Albea weights approximately 136 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, 2008 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2008 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | ZX | Albea |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
