1959 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (118 HP @ 5660 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3.
Because 1959 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 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3, 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 C3 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Rover P4 | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Rover | Citroen |
Model | P4 | C3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5660 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |