2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1949 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (117 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1949 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1949 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C5 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1367 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |
