2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 2000. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 437 kg more than 1966 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C5 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
