1994 Rover 400 vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 400 | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Rover | Citroen |
| Model | 400 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
