2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1994 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C3 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
