2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Rover P4 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1, 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, 1957 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C1 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
