2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C3 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
