2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1995 Rover 414i
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 414i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 414i would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Rover 414i. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 414i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 414i weights approximately 8 kg more than 2001 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, 1995 Rover 414i (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 414i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1995 Rover 414i | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C3 | 414i |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
