2007 Citroen C1 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2007 Citroen C1 is newer by 58 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, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 Citroen C1.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C1 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C1 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
