1951 Triumph Renown vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C3 (118 HP @ 5660 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1951 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Citroen C3 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Triumph Renown | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Triumph | Citroen |
| Model | Renown | C3 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5660 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
