1988 Citroen BX vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 33 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, 1955 Rover P4 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. 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, 1988 Citroen BX, 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, 1955 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | BX | P4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |
