1974 Citroen CX vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX.
Because 1958 Rover P5 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 P5. 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 1974 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 1958 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1958 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen CX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | CX | P5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2820 mm |
