1976 Citroen CX vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 18 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, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 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 275 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | CX | P5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
