1996 Rover 200 vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 181 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
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 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 200 | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Rover | Citroen |
Model | 200 | C3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |