2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Xsara (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1959 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 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1959 Rover P4 (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Xsara | P4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |
