1949 Citroen 11 vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 11.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 11 | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | 11 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2560 mm |
