2005 Citroen C vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 56 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, 2005 Citroen C (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Citroen C.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C | Renown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
