2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5.
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 C5, 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C5 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
