1974 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX 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 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 500 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | CX | 100 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
