2006 Citroen C3 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 57 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, 2006 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C3 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 2006 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C3 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
