1972 Rover P5B vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 118 kg more than 2012 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Rover P5B 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 1972 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C1, 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, 1972 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1. 1972 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Rover P5B | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Rover | Citroen |
Model | P5B | C1 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 3528 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2350 mm |