2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 400 weights approximately 231 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
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, 1992 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 1992 Rover 400 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | C3 | 400 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |