2003 Citroen C3 vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 117 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, 1968 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C3 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
