1948 Citroen 15 vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1955 Rover P4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1948 Citroen 15.
Because 1955 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 1955 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 1948 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 15 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | 15 | P4 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2102 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 150 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |