1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 394 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen ZX | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | ZX | i30 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |