1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2011 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Doblo is newer by 15 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Fiat Doblo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2011 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | ZX | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
