2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1993 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C3 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
