2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 658 kg more than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen C5 (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C5 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |
