2006 Citroen C3 vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph GT6 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C3 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |
