2006 Citroen C3 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C3 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
