1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 14 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma.
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, 2010 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen ZX | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | ZX | Croma |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |