2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 622 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Citroen C5 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C5 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |
