1959 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 C5, 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 C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 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 C5 | |
| Make | Rover | Citroen |
| Model | P4 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |
