2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 367 kg more than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C3 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2110 mm |
