1993 Citroen AX vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1993 Citroen AX is newer by 39 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 732 kg more than 1993 Citroen AX. 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, 1993 Citroen AX, 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, 1954 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen AX | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | AX | P4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 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 | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |