2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 1958 Rover P5 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 1958 Rover P5. 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 1958 Rover P5 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | C5 | P5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 150 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 | 1290 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |