2002 Citroen C2 vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2002 Citroen C2 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C2 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C2 | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C2 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 63 L |
