1999 Citroen Saxo vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1999 Citroen Saxo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph 2000 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1999 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Saxo | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Saxo | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
