1948 Triumph Roadster vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 352 kg more than 2012 Citroen C1.
Because 1948 Triumph Roadster 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 1948 Triumph Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1948 Triumph Roadster (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1948 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Triumph Roadster | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Triumph | Citroen |
| Model | Roadster | C1 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1776 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
