1967 Triumph 1300 vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2012 Citroen C1.
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, 1967 Triumph 1300 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph 1300 | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Triumph | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | C1 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |
