1958 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1958 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4. 2011 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 1958 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1958 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Rover P4 | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Rover | Citroen |
| Model | P4 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
