1994 Citroen XM vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM.
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, 1994 Citroen XM, 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, 1994 Citroen XM (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen XM | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | XM | P4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |