2006 Citroen C6 vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Citroen C6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C6 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C6 weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1972 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 C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C6 | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C6 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2110 mm |
