2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,527 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 705 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Rover P5B 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 1970 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1, 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, 1970 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1. 1970 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen C1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1970 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C1 | P5B |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2820 mm |
