1974 Citroen CX vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 120 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | CX | P4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
