1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2011 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 1007 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 1007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 1007 (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 148 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, 1996 Citroen ZX (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 1007. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2011 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | ZX | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
