2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 400 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3.
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, 1996 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C3 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| 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 | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
