1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2009 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 13 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen ZX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Strada weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Citroen ZX.
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 (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen ZX | 2009 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | ZX | Strada |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |