1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Twingo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 Renault Twingo.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | ZX | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
