2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2002 Citroen C 15 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover 400 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2002 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Rover 400 (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C 15 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
