1999 Rover 75 vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C1 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1999 Rover 75.
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, 1999 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rover 75 | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Rover | Citroen |
| Model | 75 | C1 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
