1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1996 Citroen Saxo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Saxo (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 513 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Because 1956 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 1956 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo, 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Saxo | P4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2830 mm |
