2000 Citroen Saxo vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2000 Citroen Saxo 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Rover P4 (93 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2000 Citroen Saxo. 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 Saxo, 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 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Saxo | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Saxo | P4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
