2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 35 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, 2001 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 2000. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C3 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
