2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2000 Citroen C 15 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Rover P4 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2000 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C 15, 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, 1957 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C 15 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
