1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX.
Because 1959 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 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX, 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, 1992 Citroen ZX (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | ZX | P4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 52 L |
