1947 Citroen 15 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1957 Rover P4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Rover P4 (93 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1947 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1947 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1947 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Rover P4 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 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1947 Citroen 15, 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, 1957 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Citroen 15 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | 15 | P4 |
Year Released | 1947 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |