2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C3 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
