1984 Citroen CX vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 9 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | CX | P4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
