2003 Citroen C2 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C2 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Citroen C2 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C2 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
Make | Citroen | Triumph |
Model | C2 | Renown |
Year Released | 2003 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1628 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2750 mm |