2003 Citroen C3 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 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, 1949 Triumph Renown (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 227 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C3 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
