1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 16 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), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 150 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | ZX | Croma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
