1998 Citroen ZX vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1998 Citroen ZX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen ZX (74 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 Citroen ZX.
Because 1956 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen ZX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Citroen ZX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen ZX | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | ZX | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
