2006 Citroen C1 vs. 1966 Triumph 1300
To start off, 2006 Citroen C1 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Triumph 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 1300. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Citroen C1.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Triumph 1300 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C1 | 1966 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C1 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |
