1956 Volvo P 1900 vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 726 kg more than 1956 Volvo P 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Volvo P 1900 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 Volvo P 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4, 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo P 1900. 2010 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 1956 Volvo P 1900 has manual transmission. 1956 Volvo P 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Volvo P 1900 | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Volvo | Citroen |
| Model | P 1900 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1414 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
