1996 Citroen XM vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,101 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Rover P4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM.
Because 1952 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 1952 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 1952 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | XM | P4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |
