2003 Citroen C2 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C2 (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2.
Because 1956 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 1956 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2, 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, 1956 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C2 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2830 mm |
