2006 Citroen C3 vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 431 kg more than 1970 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, 2006 Citroen C3 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C3 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2110 mm |
