2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 42 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, 1966 Triumph 2000 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C3 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
