1985 Citroen CX vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 30 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 94 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, 1985 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, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | CX | P4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
